Challenger MT255
The Challenger MT255 is a compact utility tractor built by Iseki and distributed by Challenger (a part of AGCO) from 2003 to 2005. It belongs to the MT200 Series and was built in Matsuyama, Japan. It features a 1.5L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 28.4 hp gross, with a 9-speed constant mesh transmission. The tractor includes four-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, wet disc brakes, and a two-post fixed ROPS. It has an open center hydraulic system with 2130 psi pressure and a 7.4 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is type I with position control and optional draft control, capable of lifting up to 1,984 lbs at the ends. The PTO is live with a dry disc clutch and offers a 540 rpm rear PTO and optional 2000 rpm mid PTO. Dimensions include a 64.5 inch wheelbase, 116.5 inch length, 51 inch width, and 79.3 inch height with ROPS, weighing 2,248 lbs. Standard tires are 6-14 front and 12.4-16 rear, with various lawn/turf and industrial tire options. Attachments include mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and front-end loader options.
Power28 hp
Founded2003 - 2005
ModelMT255
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Challenger MT255
Power
| PTO (claimed) | 24.1 hp (18.0 kW) |
|---|---|
| Engine (gross) | 28.4 hp (21.2 kW) |
Tires
| Lawn/turf rear | 315/80D-16 |
|---|---|
| Industrial rear | 12.5/80-18 |
| Lawn/turf front | 24x8.50-12 |
| Industrial front | 25x8.50-14 |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-14. Rear: 12.4-16 |
Engine
| Starter | electric |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.39x3.30 inches (86 x 84 mm) |
| Displacement | 89.3 ci (1.5 L) |
| Engine Detail | Iseki diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled |
| Power (gross) | 28.4 hp (21.2 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Variants
| 1429 | similar Massey Ferguson model |
|---|
Dimensions
| Width | 51 inches (129 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 116.5 inches (295 cm) |
| Weight | 2,248 lbs (1019 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 64.5 inches (163 cm) |
| Rear tread | 37.2 to 37.25 inches (94 to 94 cm) |
| Front tread | 42 inches (106 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 79.3 inches (201 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2130 psi (146.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 7.4 gpm (28.0 lpm) |
| Total flow | 9.9 gpm (37.5 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 2.5 gpm (9.5 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post fixed |
|---|---|
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Compact Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | MT200 Series |
| Built in | Matsuyama, Japan |
| Distributor | Challenger (a part of AGCO) |
| Manufacturer | Iseki |
| Years produced | 2003 - 2005 |
Attachments
| 66" Blade | Challenger MDZ66, front-mount, 66 inches width (167 cm) |
|---|---|
| ML20 Loader | 785 lbs lift (full at 500mm) (356 kg), 44° dump, 16 inches reach (dumped) (40 cm), 17° rollback, 90 inches height (at pin) (228 cm), 71 inches clearance (dumped) (180 cm) |
| 63" Snow blower | Challenger MSB63, front-mount, 63 inches width (160 cm) |
| 60" mid-mount mower deck | Challenger MG715, 60 inches (152 cm), 3-blade, right-discharge |
| 72" mid-mount mower deck | Challenger MG716, 72 inches (182 cm), 3-blade, right-discharge |
Transmission
| Type | constant mesh |
|---|---|
| Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Draft control | Optional |
| Rear lift (at ends) | 1,984 lbs (899 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 1,323 lbs (600 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | optional |
| Rear PTO | live |
| Mid PTO Type | 2000 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
